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Sunrise and sunset in Cairo, Egypt
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:55 AM–7:27 AM and 5:57 PM–6:29 PM
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Sunrise and sunset in Cairo through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:49 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 53m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:57 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 28m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:09 AM | 5:09 PM | 11h 0m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:21 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 39m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:34 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 22m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:44 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 13m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 6:52 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 15m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:52 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 25m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 45m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:36 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 7m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 32m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:07 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 57m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:46 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 28m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:29 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 53m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:13 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 19m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:03 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 39m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:55 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 57m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:54 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 4m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:58 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 3m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 6:04 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 54m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:14 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 36m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 15m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:33 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 47m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:40 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 23m |
Calculated for 30.05°N, 31.25°E, including daylight saving time where Cairo uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Cairo this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 5m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (10h 12m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:21 AM on April 23
- Latest sunset: 8:01 PM on June 25
Questions
What time is sunrise in Cairo today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:55 AM and sets at 6:29 PM in Cairo, giving 11 hours 34 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Cairo?
The longest day in Cairo in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 5 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Cairo?
The shortest day in Cairo in 2026 is December 22, with 10 hours 12 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Cairo?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:21 AM on April 23, and the latest sunset is 8:01 PM on June 25. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Cairo?
Today, golden hour in Cairo is from sunrise (6:55 AM) to 7:27 AM in the morning, and from 5:57 PM to sunset (6:29 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.